Magnetic flux distribution modelling of magnetically-impelled arc butt-welding of steel tubes using finite-element analysis

2008 ◽  
Vol 222 (9) ◽  
pp. 1783-1790 ◽  
Author(s):  
S Arungalai Vendan ◽  
S Manoharan ◽  
G Buvanashekaran ◽  
C Nagamani
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Magnetic Flux ◽  
Flux Density ◽  
Welding Process ◽  
Magnetic Flux Density ◽  
Steel Tubes ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Butt Welding ◽  
Miab Welding ◽  
Flux Density Distribution

Magnetically-impelled arc butt-welding (MIAB) is a pressure-welding process. In this process, heat is generated prior to forging by an arc created between two clamped and aligned tubes. This arc rapidly rotates along the peripheral edges of the tubes to be welded due to the electromagnetic force resulting from the interaction of the arc current and the magnetic field in the gap. To be precise, the magnetic flux density is the significant parameter that governs the arc rotation and the weld quality. This paper presents a three-dimensional finite-element model to determine the magnetic flux density distribution in the MIAB welding process. The objective of this study is to perform a non-linear electromagnetic analysis using the finite-element package ANSYS, and to explore the interdependence of MIAB welding parameters such as gap size, exciting current in the coil, and coil position from the weld centre, which influence the electromagnetic force generated in the welding process and weld quality. The results of this analysis are verified with the available experimental data for steel tubes (outer diameter 50 mm and thickness 2 mm). The results obtained using finite-element analysis establish that the magnetic flux density distribution in the gap increases with increasing exciting current and decreasing gap size and coil position from the weld centre.

scholarly journals Finite Element Analysis of the Magnetic Field Distribution in a Magnetic Abrasive Finishing Station and its Impact on the Effects of Finishing Stainless Steel AISI 304L

Metals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 194
Author(s):  
Michał Marczak ◽  
Józef Zawora
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Magnetic Flux ◽  
Flux Density ◽  
Magnetic Flux Density ◽  
Regression Equations ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Aisi 304L ◽  
Magnetic Abrasive Finishing ◽  
The Real ◽  
Abrasive Finishing

In this article, we present a numerical model of a magnetic abrasive finishing station, which was analyzed using the finite element method (FEM). The obtained results were compared with the real values measured on an experimental station of our own design. The prepared station had the option of adjusting the magnetic flux density inside the machining gap, the width of which could be changed from 10 to 30 mm. The maximum value of the magnetic flux density inside the air gap was 0.8 T. The real distribution of magnetic flux density in the finishing area was also analyzed. A design of experiment was carried out with the following variables: abrasive grain concentration, width of the machining gap, and process duration. The results are presented in the form of regression equations and characteristics for selected roughness parameters.

scholarly journals A Novel Excitation Approach for Power Transformer Simulation Based on Finite Element Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (21) ◽  
pp. 10334
Author(s):  
Wen-Ching Chang ◽  
Cheng-Chien Kuo
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Magnetic Flux ◽  
Flux Density ◽  
Power Transformer ◽  
Core Loss ◽  
Power Transformers ◽  
Magnetic Flux Density ◽  
External Excitation ◽  
Element Method

Power transformers play an indispensable component in AC transmission systems. If the operating condition of a power transformer can be accurately predicted before the equipment is operated, it will help transformer manufacturers to design optimized power transformers. In the optimal design of the power transformer, the design value of the magnetic flux density in the core is important, and it affects the efficiency, cost, and life cycle. Therefore, this paper uses the software of ANSYS Maxwell to solve the instantaneous magnetic flux density distribution, core loss distribution, and total iron loss of the iron core based on the finite element method in the time domain. . In addition, a new external excitation equation is proposed. The new external excitation equation can improve the accuracy of the simulation results and reduce the simulation time. Finally, the three-phase five-limb transformer is developed, and actually measures the local magnetic flux density and total core loss to verify the feasibility of the proposed finite element method of model and simulation parameters.

scholarly journals Prediction of Inhomogeneous Stress in Metal Structures: A Hybrid Approach Combining Eddy Current Technique and Finite Element Method

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Yating Yu ◽  
Fei Yuan ◽  
Hanchao Li ◽  
Cristian Ulianov ◽  
Guiyun Tian
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element ◽  
Stress Distribution ◽  
Magnetic Flux ◽  
Flux Density ◽  
Eddy Current ◽  
Magnetic Flux Density ◽  
Fe Method ◽  
Metal Structures ◽  
Current Technique ◽  
The Relationship

Concentrated stresses and residual ones are critical for the metal structures’ health, because they can cause microcracks that require emergency maintenance or can result in potential accidents. Therefore, an accurate approach to the measurement of stresses is key for ensuring the health of metal structures. The eddy current technique is an effective approach to detect the stress according to the piezoresistive effect. However, it is limited to detect the surface stress due to the skin effect. In engineering, the stress distribution is inhomogeneous; therefore, to predict the inhomogeneous stress distribution, this paper proposes a nondestructive approach which combines the eddy current technique and finite element (FE) method. The experimental data achieved through the eddy current technique determines the relationship between the applied force and the magnetic flux density, while numerical simulations through the FE method bridge the relationship between the magnetic flux density and the stress distribution in different directions. Therefore, we can predict the inhomogeneous stress nondestructively. As a case study, the applied stress in a three-point-bending simply supported beam was evaluated, and the relative error is less than 8% in the whole beam. This approach can be expected to predict the residual stress in metal structures, such as rail and vehicle structures, if the stress distribution pattern is known.

scholarly journals Performance of Inductive Coupled Power Transfer Versus the Coil Shape - Investigation using Finite Element Analysis

2018 ◽  
Vol 225 ◽  
pp. 01017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohd Fakhizan Romlie ◽  
Kevin Lau ◽  
Mohd Zaifulrizal Zainol ◽  
Mohd Faris Abdullah ◽  
Ramani Kannan
Keyword(s):  
Magnetic Flux ◽  
Flux Density ◽  
Coupling Coefficient ◽  
Mutual Inductance ◽  
Magnetic Flux Density ◽  
Power Transfer ◽  
Element Analysis ◽  
Spiral Coil ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Coil Shape

The objective of this paper is to investigate the impact of the spiral coil shape of inductive coupled power transfer on its performance. The coil shapes evaluated are: circular, square and pentagon spiral shapes. The coils are modelled in Ansoft Maxwell software. Simulations are carried out to determine the mutual inductance, coupling coefficient and magnetic flux density. The performance in term of magnetic flux density, mutual inductance and coupling coefficient of the three coils shapes are compared. Of the three shapes, the pentagon is shown to have the best performance in term of its mutual inductance, coupling coefficient and magnetic flux density.

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